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The New Mexico Forestry Division would like to update you on two wildfires that are requiring the attention of federal, state, and local resources in New Mexico. The Blue 2 and Indios fires are burning on public lands and are being managed by Complex Incident Management Teams.

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The New Mexico Forestry Division would like to update you on two wildfires that are requiring the attention of federal, state, and local resources in New Mexico. The Blue 2 and Indios fires are burning on public lands and are being managed by Complex Incident Management Teams.

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BLM land acquisition expands public access and recreation opportunities adjacent to Río Grande del Norte National Monument

Taos, N.M. – The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) today announced the acquisition of approximately 3,700 acres of land adjacent to the Río Grande del Norte National Monument. The BLM acquired the property, located six miles southwest of Taos, from the Trust for Public Land, using funding from the Land and Water Conservation Fund.  

With wide support from Tribal, state, and local governments, Members of Congress, as well as adjacent property owners, these new public lands will expand access to the national monument and the exceptional cultural and natural resources it protects.

The New Mexico Forestry Division would like to update you on two wildfires that are requiring the attention of federal, state, and local resources in New Mexico. The Blue 2 and Indios fires are burning on public lands and are being managed by Complex Incident Management Teams.

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Public input from first round of meetings incorporated into a revised proposal

SANTA FE, NM – The State Parks Division of the Energy, Minerals and Natural Resources Department (State Parks) announces another series of informational meetings to discuss adjustments to proposed park fees.

"We really appreciated the engagement and participation during the first round of discussions we hosted around the state on our fees adjustment proposal. "We realized that this change to our fees as originally proposed, while long overdue, required some modifications based on feedback received during our initial outreach sessions," said Toby Velasquez, State Parks Division Director. "We have listened to this feedback and are prepared to inform the public about changes we made in response."

Santa Fe, NM – The Summer Food Service Program (SFSP), which addresses the critical gap in food security for children aged 1-18 during the summer months and is administered by the Early Childhood Education and Care Department (ECECD), has begun food service for the 2024 service term. The SFSP ensures that children across New Mexico have access to nutritious meals while schools are out for the summer break. Over 600 locations statewide will provide free meals through August on a first-come, first-served basis. No registration or enrollment is required to participate."

In all construction zones, motorists are asked to reduce speed, obey posted signs, and use extreme caution, as well as continue to be cautious of heavy equipment and construction personnel in the area. PLEASE NOTE: Conditions are subject to change without notice. Double fines for speeding in work zones may be in effect.

White Sands Missile Range Notification